Team Member Handbook

Licensing Law – Scotland

Proof of Age It is up to you as a server of alcohol, to be satisfied about a person’s age. If they look under 25 you must ask them for identification.

We only accept the following documents: • International Passport • UK Photographic Driving Licence • Proof of age scheme card with the hologram

You must always look at the identification carefully before serving the alcohol and check on the following: • Is the photograph the same as the person showing you the document? • Does the date of birth mean that the person is over 18? • Has the document been tampered with?

Licensing Objectives All members of the team have a responsibility to assist the Manager in complying with the objectives of the Licensing Act which are: • Preventing crime and disorder • Securing public safety

• Preventing public nuisance • Protecting children from harm • Protecting and improving public health

If you think that there may be a problem in any of the above matters such as an obstructed fire exit or some people behaving badly, then you must inform the Duty Manager immediately. Summary • You must have received the necessary 2 hours of statutory licensing training before you are allowed to serve alcohol • Before serving alcohol, always be satisfied that you are complying with the law and that you are adhering to the conditions listed on the premises licence

Remember!

Remember, if in doubt simply don’t serve them and refer the matter to your Manager.

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